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Fameuse or Snow Apple

Fameuse Apple

Malus domestica 'Fameuse'

Grandma's most wel remembered apple as a little girl was Fameuse or as it is commonly called, Snow Apple. It is a very old heritage variety known for its hardiness, good flavor and eating quality, and late summer, early fall ripening time. Th old-timers made good use of it for apple cider because of its aromatic and distinct flavor, and because it is only a fair to good keeper. The flesh is tender and "snow white" like its name suggests. The fruit is red over a cream background color.

Fameuse Apple Pricing

Item # Description Price
77 Fameuse Apple on Semi-Dwarf (M7) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $22.99 Add Add to Cart
471 Fameuse Apple on Semi-Dwarf (M7) root, 2 year-Extra Large grade $25.99 Add Add to Cart
1642 Middleton Fameuse Apple on Semi-Dwarf (Geneva 30) root, 2 year Large grade $27.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

12-16 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Malus domestica 'Fameuse'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Fameuse is a very hardy variety, so should do well in cold climates. It can tend to be bi-ennial bearing if allowed to overcrop, so thin early to reduce the crop load.

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A Little History about Fameuse Apple

Fameuse hails from Quebec where it is thought to have been a seedling of McIntosh discovered and saved in the 1600's.

Malus domestica 'Fameuse' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Pollinizer needed
Thin heavily for size
Mid-season blooming
Fruit Characteristics
Medium size fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Average vigor
Spreading habit
Harvest Period
Mid-season
Other Attributes
Complex flavor
Sub-acid flavor
Short shelf-life
Aromatic
Site Requirements
Full Sun
Very hardy
Skill Required
Average skill
Uses
High dessert quality
Cooking or baking
Good for sauce
Juice or Cider